Travel Physical Therapist: Acute Care + Housing

American Traveler; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting in Peoria, IL. The role requires at least 1 year of acute care PT experience and a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (or grandfathered licensure).

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and document progress in EPIC. The position features 4x10-hour shifts (Thu-Sun) with local candidates welcome and travel/licensure reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required; or grandfathered licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PT in an acute care setting.
• IL PT license required if applicable.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and computer skills; proficient with Microsoft software.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Acute inpatient care within the hospital's Physical Therapy unit.
• Cover ortho, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical patients; ICU possible.
• 4x10-hour shifts, Thu–Sun, with flexibility for weekend coverage.
• Use EPIC for charting and documentation.
• Evaluate patients, set goals, plan treatment, and record progress.
• Collaborate with technicians and treatment team; communicate with families.
• Drug-Free Campus; pass drug screen; vaccination not required.
• Local candidates welcome; reduced local rate for clinicians within 50 miles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

PT license (grandfathered possible)

Tools

EPIC charting

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting in Peoria, IL. The role requires at least 1 year of acute care PT experience and a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (or grandfathered licensure).

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and document progress in EPIC. The position features 4x10-hour shifts (Thu-Sun) with local candidates welcome and travel/licensure reimbursements.